The Japanese Zodiac system is very similar to the Chinese Zodiac system using the twelve 12 zodiac signs, where the astronomy and cosmology based system uses divination to measure time as well as to predict events in the future and determine a persons character. The Japanese zodiac system has minor changes from the Chinese zodiac system, for example the pig has been replaced by a boar. Also the Kanji for these characters are different than the ones in daily use. Japanese zodiac readings consider the following, Time Zone, Direction, Twelve 12 animal blocks, and personalities of the associated animals. The Japanese zodiac signs consist of, Uma Horse, Hitsuji Sheep, Saru Monkey, Tori Rooster, Inu Dog, Inoshishi Boar, Nezumi Rat, Ushi Ox, Tora Tiger, Usagi Rabbit, Tatsu Dragon, and Hebi Snake.

Symbol

Uma 午 (Horse)

Compatibility

Tiger, Sheep, Dog

Symbol Meaning

Horse being very popular. Horses are happy, skillful handling money, perceptive, and they talk too much. Hot blooded and impatient about everything that goes on around them except their daily work. Usually Horses are wise, talented, and skillful with their hands. They do have a weakness for the opposite sex. They enjoy large crowns, entertainment, being independent and don’t listen to advice from others. The Horses compatible with Dogs, Sheeps, and Tigers.